Communication Studies is the study of human communication. It includes public speaking, argumentation and persuasion, and interpersonal, intercultural, and small group communication. The importance of communication awareness, training, and skills are essential for successful and fulfilling personal, professional, and academic relationships and activities.  Communication skills, theory, and practice are useful in any career including: education, business management, communication management, journalism, law enforcement, mass media and media arts, political science, public policy and administration, social work, public relations, advertising, broadcasting, technology, and finance.

To be awarded the Associate in Arts in Communication Studies 2.0 for Transfer degree, students must:

(1) Complete 60 semester units or 90 quarter units which are eligible for transfer to the California State University (CSU) system, including both of the following:

     (A) The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC)

     (B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by  the community college district.

(2) Obtain a minimum grade point average of 2.0.

While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA.  Please consult with a counselor for more information.

Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADTs) also require that students earn a “C” or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.  A “P” (Pass) grade is also an acceptable grade for courses in the major if the course is taken on a Pass/No Pass basis.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Express and convey the message clearly for effective oral communication by articulating the importance of diversity, differing beliefs and value systems, as well as individual opinions.
• Demonstrate effective listening skills to comprehend spoken messages, analyze information critically, and consider multiple perspectives and implement communication technology with consideration of its impact on human communication practices.
• Apply interpersonal skills to create and maintain successful and beneficial social and civic relationships by participating in the civic life of their communities through public address and civic engagement, and advocate for positive change.

Major Requirements

Total Requirements

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Some GE courses may be double-counted within the major and will reduce the number of units.  General electives may be needed to reach 60 units.  Please consult with a counselor to determine which courses are applicable.